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Unlovable

Darren Hayes – singer, songwriter, producer, performer and former frontman of the iconic pop duo Savage Garden – takes control of his life story in this candid, unfiltered memoir.

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Bake with Brooki

Iconic recipes from the internet’s favourite bakery: Brooki Bakehouse.

Shortlisted: Australian Book Industry Awards - Illustrated Book of the Year

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The Whole Truth

I’ve always strived to be honest in my public life; however, there’s a lot I’ve kept private. Now, it’s time to tell the whole truth.

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The number of small businesses in Australia is surprising. Here’s why there are so many.

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What to put in a compost bin

Wondering what to put in a compost bin? Check out this advice from The Self-Sufficiency Garden for nutrient-rich compost.

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Spanakopita

Greek spinach and cheese pie that hits the spot

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Greek Lamb Burgers

Two favourites in one!

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Okonomiyaki

Japanese fritters that are all about the toppings.

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Spiced Rum Sticky Toffee Pudding

The iconic sticky toffee pudding gets an upgrade in this recipe from Seema Pankhania that infuses the sponge with spiced dark rum to complement the flavours of ginger, cinnamon, and molasses.

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Veggie Frittata Fingers

My baked frittata fingers are packed full of important nutrients for developing babies.

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Fairy Bread

Fairy bread is a treat traditionally served at birthday parties in Australia, but you can make it for yourself as a snack anytime.

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Lemon and Parmesan Breaded Cod

This delicious, simple breaded cod recipe from The Batch Lady is a healthy twist on this family favourite, with lemon and Parmesan added to the coating for extra flavour.

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Herby Chicken, Leek and Mushroom Casserole

A delicious, warming classic chicken casserole livened up with plenty of fresh herbs, that you can make in the hob or in your slow cooker.

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Chicken Mayo Wrap

This chicken mayo wrap recipe is a firm favourite for big and little lunches. A fun take on a burrito, this super roll is filling, and very easy to make.

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Butter Chicken

This rich and spicy butter chicken recipe from Seema Pankhania, with its creamy tomato sauce and tender marinated chicken thighs, offers a deeply flavourful twist on the traditional dish, perfect for a satisfying meal served with naan and rice.

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Sweet Potato & Black Bean Tortillas

A delightful mixture of sweet and savoury, check out these air-fried tacos from Jamie Oliver.

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Pear & Blackberry Crumble

The perfect easy dessert to serve after a roast, Jamie's air fryer crumble has a base of tender apples, pears and blackberries gently spiced with ginger and orange, and finished with a buttery oat topping.

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Posh Fish & Chips

Live the high life with these delectable air-fried fish and chips from Jamie Oliver.

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Fitwaffle's Air Fryer Hot Honey Chicken Tenders

These chicken tenders are a great alternative to a takeaway.

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Fitwaffle's Air Fryer Choc Chip Cookie Baked Oats

If you're a fan of porridge for breakfast, you'll love this recipe for chocolate chip baked oats from Fitwaffle. Cooked in the air fryer, this recipe comes together so easily for a delicious start to the day that will keep you fuelled until lunch.

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Tomato and Herby Cheese Gnocchi

This clever recipe from The Batch Lady uses a garlic and herb soft cream cheese (such as Boursin) as a shortcut to a deliciously creamy and flavourful tomato sauce for gnocchi.

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Spicy Korean Chicken Cheesesteak

This is an ode to one of my favorite sandwiches of all time: the Korean Chicken Cheesesteak at Fred's Meat a Bread in Atlanta, Georgia.

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Chicken Tikka Rice

Feed a hungry crowd with this simple one-pot recipe for chicken tikka rice, packed with aromatic whole spices and tender chunks of chicken.

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Carolina Gelen’s Upside-Down Orange Cardamom Olive Oil Cake

This fragrant olive oil and citrus cake from Carolina Gelen has an intricate topping of crystallised oranges in cardamom syrup. A true celebration of citrus fruit, you can switch it up with different varieties of orange, clementines and lemons as they come into season.

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Carolina Gelen’s Broccoli Cheddar Beans with Crispy Cheddar Panko

A cross between a soup and a stew, this extra comforting recipe from Carolina Gelen combines hearty butter beans, broccoli and Cheddar with a crispy cheesy panko topping.

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Carolina Gelen’s Cosy Veggie Pot Pie

Carolina Gelen proves a delicious pie doesn't have to contain meat in this hearty vegetarian pie packed with plenty of veg and lentils. Looking for a vegan pie? Look out for the easy swaps to make this recipe vegan friendly.

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One-Bowl Fluffy Pancakes

These pancakes are fast, fluffy, and don't make a huge mess of your kitchen.

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Carrot Pineapple Muffins

A child spends more than 180 days of the year at school. That’s 180 lunches and a significant chunk of their nutritional intake!

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Lacto Stone Fruit

Lacto peaches, plums, and nectarines are tart, sweet, and fragrant.

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The Anxious Generation

When I talk with parents of adolescents, the conversation often turns to smartphones, social media, and video games.

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The Science of Beauty

What is beauty?

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The Forever War

American democracy has become so diseased because for most of the country’s history it has never been that healthy.

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